Ha Noi to build new square near Hoan Kiem Lake
VGP - Ha Noi will begin building a major new square and park on the eastern side of Hoan Kiem Lake before October 10, in a project set to transform the capital's most iconic public space.
A perspective of the square on the eastern side of Hoan Kiem Lake in Ha Noi - Photo: Hoan Kiem Ward People's Committee
The 2.14ha project, to be carried out in two phases, is expected to create a new community space for cultural activities, exhibitions, and artistic events, while also enhancing the landscape of the capital's historic core and one of its major tourist attractions.
Construction will begin on a new public square and park on the eastern side of Hoan Kiem Lake before October 10.
The 2.14ha project, to be carried out in two phases, is expected to create a new community space for cultural activities, exhibitions, and artistic events, while also enhancing the landscape of the capital's historic core and one of its major tourist attractions.
According to the People's Committee of Hoan Kiem ward, the square will be integrated with surrounding green spaces, forming an open public area that is both pedestrian-friendly and well connected to the city's future urban rail system.
The first phase involves site clearance of more than 21,000sq.m, affecting 59 organizations and households. Compensation, resettlement, and relocation will be arranged for 17 agencies and 42 families.
Technical infrastructure such as water supply and drainage, lighting, and urban amenities, including trash bins, stone benches, restrooms, Wifi, and security cameras, will be upgraded. Relevant authorities will also renovate preserved buildings and relocate underground and above-ground facilities where needed.
The second phase of the project will focus on building a three-level underground space connected to the C9 metro station (Nam Thang Long–Tran Hung Dao line). Engineers will develop technical solutions to ensure the safety of heritage sites during construction.
Local authorities said compensation and resettlement procedures for the first phase will be expedited so that work can begin ahead of Ha Noi's 71st Liberation Day celebrations (October 10, 1954–2025). The subsequent phase will be further reviewed in line with the city's approved planning guidelines.
The new square is just one element of a wider campaign to revamp central Ha Noi. The city is simultaneously renovating Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square at the northern tip of Hoan Kiem Lake. That project has already demolished the "Shark Jaw" building at 1–3–5 Dinh Tien Hoang, with plans to install LED screens at the corner of 7–9 Dinh Tien Hoang and to modernize building facades along Dinh Tien Hoang, Cau Go and Hang Dao Streets.
Hoan Kiem Lake itself spans 12 hectares and is bordered by Dinh Tien Hoang, Hang Khay and Le Thai To streets. The area is home to a dense concentration of government offices, cultural institutions and historic landmarks, including the special national relic complex of Hoan Kiem–Ngoc Son and the Ba Kieu Temple./.
